Paddler Technique Drill - Lunge

The purpose of the lunge drill is to rapidly speed boat up or shoot it forward by using the force from the leg drive. This is particularly important the finish
of the race.

The movement is initiated with the leg drive but the athletes posture also changes as they lean backwards to push their hips forward.

ABOUT PADDLER DRILLS:
These drills have been developed to give coaches and athletes information and ideas to around how they can help develop their paddling technique. They can be used to help develop a further understanding of the physics and biomechanics behind paddling technique.

Each drill is designed to improve each part of the paddle cycle through the development of a more efficient stroke. It is important to note that most of these drills are exaggerating a specific aspect of paddling technique in order
to help the athlete learn the most efficient paddling technique possible.

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